OPS - Lab Assistant

Classification Title:

OPS - Lab Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements: None. Job Description:

The Nutrient Management Lab at Everglades Research and Education Center is seeking a full-time Lab Assistant (OPS) to support ongoing research in crop nutrient management. The following list is not all-inclusive, nor does it cover the full extent of duties to be performed:

• Conduct field, greenhouse and laboratory studies
• Conduct routine and specialized soil nutrient analyses.
• Prepare soil samples (e.g., weighing soils, extracting, aliquoting) and chemical reagents.
• Maintain clean, organized laboratory spaces and adhere to safety protocols.
• Support general lab operations (inventory, equipment upkeep).

Assist with preliminary data checks, basic analysis, and data organization Expected Salary:

$17 - $19/hour, commensurate with experience and education

Required Qualifications:

• A strong soil/plant science or soil chemistry background with hands-on field and laboratory experience is preferred.
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., spreadsheets or statistical software) is a plus.
• Familiarity with data collection tools and software (Excel, etc.).
• Lab experience.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with the research team.
• Available to work full time, 40 hours a week, usually 8:00 am – 5:00pm.
• Physical ability to work in various weather conditions and perform manual labor as needed.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly.
• Physical movement includes kneeling, squatting, bending, lifting and standing.
• In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
• Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
• This is a time-limited position.

Preferred: Special Instructions to Applicants: Health Assessment Required: No